15 Aug 1970
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1970
Page
1
Benjamin Wells deputy chief medical director says steps are being taken to correct the medical practice at a conference held in BeGuarleston Ganete on Friday August 15 1910. He urges reforms and outlines the actions planned by the department.
The report notes remarks by VFW officials at the 71st National Convention. Wells criticizes focus on statistics and urges care for veteran patients over numbers. The event includes the Americanism Award ceremony and related speeches.
Western Pennsylvania forecast shows partly to occasionally thundershowers with mid 30s lows. Kentucky expects fair to partly cloudy conditions with scattered thunder showers later. Virginia and West Virginia see mostly cloudy to partly sunny skies with scattered eastern showers and mild temperatures.
The article describes a tense gathering where welfare rights demonstrators pressed officials as the governor failed to attend. Senate leader Lloyd Jack presided while observers noted limited action despite calls to address debt, pensions, and government functioning. Proceedings continued with songs and planned talks.
Approx 500 delegates attend a statewide Moose convention in Clarksburg with about 100 demonstrators. Governor Foore plans to address attendees Friday and show support at the conven tion.
The Government Accountability Office will review enforcement of the coal mine health and safety act as lawmakers, fiscal officials, and staff meet to discuss highway finances and debt service funding. Officials warn revenue shortages threaten road bond payments and future infrastructure financing.
Judge orders halt to picketing at Consol while protest actions near the mine complex in Marshall County and southern West Virginia are reviewed. Officials cite safety and disruption concerns as the action proceeds.
In Vienna the United States and Soviet Union concluded SALT Round VI with mutual smiles and handshakes. U.S. Chief Delegate General Ardent Smith described the session as productive and signaled plans to reconvene to continue strategic arms unitation talks.
Democratic leaders argue over income tax projections and state deficit while Kanawha County plans a Sunday concert at Coonskin Park featuring the Sam Parrish Jazz Octet on the Commission Showmobile. Concertgoers are asked to bring chairs and blankets. event supported by the Music Performance Trust Fund Local 136 and the Parks Commission.
Washington reports confusion as the State Motor Vehicles Department prompts an unusual tax payment surge while only half the property tax was due. A citizen’s outburst warned about prepaying taxes for car licenses, prompting questions about the bureau's procedures and delays.
The report notes Judge Wood leaving on Sunday as part of an arrangement involving Kanawha County and federal assistance from the U S Department program. The entry names Jas as a referenced party in the context of the court aid.
In Lewisburg the Greenbrier County Commission unanimously approved planning guidelines for future development. The panel discussed potential engagement with China eyeing a five to 28 year horizon, referencing a 1964 Mao interview and projected economic interactions, while noting Snow’s airport visit and Piedmont Airlines’ projected income.
Washington Post report notes writer Snow, a longtime friend of Man, arrived in China seeking to visit without alerting American officials. The visit comes amid sensitivity following Mao Zedong's cultural revolution years.
Reporters describe tense scene as Governor Moore enters a room where access was limited. Officials explain space constraints and pool coverage by wire services, while press members press for clarity on why the session appeared restricted.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.